Reds could develop as dark horse Pete Alonso landing spot as free agency drags on

How about long-shot Reds as a Pete landing spot? 

Could the Reds pursue Pete Alonso? It’s probably a long shot, but with Alonso’s market not developing as expected, word is Cincy may consider it. 

It’s unusual for a star free agent to go from baseball’s biggest market to its smallest (tied with Milwaukee). But Cincinnati, with its smallish ballpark, might be a nice spot for Alonso to re-establish value on a deal with early opt-outs. 


Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets celebrates after he scores on his three-run home run during the first inning of game five of the NLCS at Citi Field, Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, in Queens, New York.
Pete Alonso of the New York Mets celebrates after he scores on his three-run home run during the first inning of Game 5 of the NLCS at Citi Field on Oct. 18, 2024, in Queens, New York. Corey Sipkin for the NY POST

The Angels and Giants are among others to check in on Alonso. 


The Astros are apparently still willing to do the $156M, six-year deal they reportedly offered Alex Bregman in November, but he’s still hoping not to be cut from his $28.5M 2024 salary. 

Bregman also has a lucrative six-year offer (with an opt-out after the first year) from a team that may not be not be high on his list. 


Alex Bregman's free agency process is also stretching late into the offseason.
Alex Bregman’s free agency process is also stretching late into the offseason. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post

The Cubs, who’ve already added his old Astros teammates Kyle Tucker and Ryan Pressly, look like a possible landing spot, while the Red Sox and Tigers are among others involved. 


Folks made something out of Marcus Stroman unfollowing the Yankees on social media. But as of now, they still hadn’t found a trade for him.

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